Real Madrid have made up their mind 19-year-old Brazilian wonderkid Endrick will go out on loan in the January 2026 transfer window. But make no mistake, this isn't a goodbye, as the club has zero intention of selling him permanently. Softfootball understands that after arriving from Palmeiras in 2024 with huge expectations, things haven't quite gone to plan for the youngster. Under new boss Xabi Alonso, Endrick hasn't played a single minute in La Liga or the Champions League this season.
With Kylian Mbappe locking down the starting spot, the teenager's chances have been painfully limited. The Frenchman was even the hero with the lone goal win in Madrids last victory, a 1-nil win over Getafe and he will be expected to lead the team tonight when they play host to Juventus in the UEFA Champions League.
Now, as revealed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano via his official X account, both the player and the club agree that a loan move is the best way forward. Endrick has reportedly accepted the idea after initially being hesitant, seeing it as a chance to get back to playing regularly and boost his dream of making Brazil's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.